Fergus Henderson, co-founder of the influential St. John restaurant, transformed British cuisine without traditional culinary training. St. John's 30-year legacy has set high standards and inspired many chefs. Henderson's background as an architect and his passion for food, influenced by family gatherings, led to this gastronomic journey. He, along with partner Trevor Gulliver, reframed dining expectations in Britain. Their restaurant has garnered accolades, including a Michelin star, reflecting a respect for their approach rather than a traditional rise through kitchen ranks.
Having originally trained as an architect, following in the footsteps of both his parents, Henderson's love of food was instilled as a young boy when he...
Without setting out to, Henderson and his business partner Trevor Gulliver have created a restaurant that has reframed the very definition of British cuisine.
Fergus Henderson is revered the world over for his restaurant, St. John, which turned 30 last year and has become, over the years, a church of sorts...
The irony isn't lost on many that Henderson obtained an OBE and helped St. John to win a Michelin star, having most certainly not endeavoured to do so as a young man.
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